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Over the years we've worked with a number of amazing vendors and over the course of working together these relationshsips have blossomed into lasting friendships. One of these vendors we've known for a little over 7 years now, Cathe Huyhn-Sison of Feterie. She's an amazing graphic designer, a true artist.
Tell us about Feterie?
Feterie is a company specializing in the design of stationery and paper goods. Our clients and customers are design-lovers and paper aficionados with discerning tastes who are looking for an alternative to the standard stationery or paper goods. We also offer custom design for couture correspondences, such as wedding invitations, as well as a tailored collection of event stationery (which we are refreshing right now with new and updated design!).
How many year’s in business?
We have been in business since 2003, but recently went through a name change to reflect a renewed vision and design philosophy for the company.
What made you start a stationery business?
As a designer, I have often designed countless stationery and invitations for myself, friends and family. It wasn’t until I myself became engaged and was searching for the right stationery for my own wedding did I decide that I should launch a collection of event stationery for consumers like myself — design-lovers who have discerning tastes and looking for an alternative to the standard traditional options that was available at the time.
What kind of education did you need to acquire?
As a classically-trained graphic designer, I have to stress the importance of knowing the basics of design theory. However, I have met many wonderful and talented designers who were never in official design school. They produce amazing work! I think what is really needed is a good eye for design, a willingness to learn and take criticism well. Of course, some courses in color theory or design basics would help, too.
What’s the one piece of business advice you’d give someone?
Be willing to learn from others, take criticism well and offer advice to others. Join a community of like-minded peers and connect with them.
What excites you?
When I have a new idea for a design, work on a new pattern or a new product idea, I become completely giddy. I also love discovering new ways to pair colors in unexpected colorways.
What/who inspires you?
I’m inspired from many things — mundane things like the shadows of a window blind or cobblestone streets to a Sunday visit to the art museum.
I’m listening to...
Sympathique right now, it’s a cute French song by a US-group called Pink Martini that sings in French, among other languages. Taking a break from my usual NPR haunts.
I’m watching...Lost, but I’d rather be watching Project Runway.
I’m reading…my last issue as a subscriber to Domino Magazine!
I just bought…some yummy treats from Kara’s Cupcakes!
Favorite City... Paris, of course. It’s got my heart at “Bonjour!” I miss walking the streets and finding cute little shops in forgotten passageways.
Martha or Rachel Ray?
That’s really hard! Can it be both? I love Martha for her incredible ability to stylized mundane things into works of art, but I also love Rachel for her wonderful down-to-Earth appeal!
We have been in business since 2003, but recently went through a name change to reflect a renewed vision and design philosophy for the company.
What made you start a stationery business?
As a designer, I have often designed countless stationery and invitations for myself, friends and family. It wasn’t until I myself became engaged and was searching for the right stationery for my own wedding did I decide that I should launch a collection of event stationery for consumers like myself — design-lovers who have discerning tastes and looking for an alternative to the standard traditional options that was available at the time.
What kind of education did you need to acquire?
As a classically-trained graphic designer, I have to stress the importance of knowing the basics of design theory. However, I have met many wonderful and talented designers who were never in official design school. They produce amazing work! I think what is really needed is a good eye for design, a willingness to learn and take criticism well. Of course, some courses in color theory or design basics would help, too.
What’s the one piece of business advice you’d give someone?
Be willing to learn from others, take criticism well and offer advice to others. Join a community of like-minded peers and connect with them.
What excites you?
When I have a new idea for a design, work on a new pattern or a new product idea, I become completely giddy. I also love discovering new ways to pair colors in unexpected colorways.
What/who inspires you?
I’m inspired from many things — mundane things like the shadows of a window blind or cobblestone streets to a Sunday visit to the art museum.
I’m listening to...
Sympathique right now, it’s a cute French song by a US-group called Pink Martini that sings in French, among other languages. Taking a break from my usual NPR haunts.
I’m watching...Lost, but I’d rather be watching Project Runway.
I’m reading…my last issue as a subscriber to Domino Magazine!
I just bought…some yummy treats from Kara’s Cupcakes!
Favorite City... Paris, of course. It’s got my heart at “Bonjour!” I miss walking the streets and finding cute little shops in forgotten passageways.
Martha or Rachel Ray?
That’s really hard! Can it be both? I love Martha for her incredible ability to stylized mundane things into works of art, but I also love Rachel for her wonderful down-to-Earth appeal!
Photos by Feterie
You find out more about Feterie products at www.feterie.com
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